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Official police statement

A spokesperson for Devon and Cornwall Police said: “At 11.30am today police responded to reports of concern for the welfare of a woman in Bideford. Enquiries led to officers attending an address in Bideford and within the property a number of items were found which required expert analysis from specialist officers and an explosive ordnance disposal team.

“Officers are currently at the property alongside the fire service. The house has been evacuated and a cordon is in place in the immediate vicinity.

“Enquiries are ongoing at the property. It has not been necessary to evacuate any of the properties and there is not believed to be any wider public risk at this time.”

Bomb squad at the scene on Bridge Street in Bideford (Image: North Devon News)

What next?

An explosive ordnance disposal team is currently at the scene and the cordon remains in place to protect residents, although police have confirmed they do not believe there is any threat to the public.

Police have not revealed any more details about the 'hazardous materials' involved, or why the bomb squad is necessary.